King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)

Arrivals proceed from the aircraft jet bridge through passport control, security screening, baggage reclaim, and customs before entering the public arrival hall.

• Follow signage toward Immigration and Passport Control upon disembarking.
• Present your passport, printed or digital e-visa, and complete biometric capture (fingerprints and facial photo) at passport desks.
• Proceed through security screening for hand luggage before entering the baggage reclaim hall.
• Collect checked luggage from designated carousels in the reclaim hall.
• Pass through customs inspection; declare any currency or goods exceeding 60,000 SAR or statutory duty-free thresholds.

• Train

  Haramain High-Speed Rail

  Direct train service connecting Terminal 1 to Jeddah Al-Sulimaniyah station, as well as Makkah and Medina.

  Time:

  roughly 20-30 minutes to Jeddah city stations

  Typical cost:

  typically 20-30 SAR to central Jeddah

• Ride-hailing

  App-Based Rideshare

  Services like Uber and Careem operate from dedicated pick-up zones outside Terminal 1.

  Time:

  roughly 30-45 minutes to central Jeddah

  Typical cost:

  typically 60-110 SAR depending on destination and demand

• Taxi

  Official Airport Taxi

  Licenced airport taxis are available from designated ranks directly outside the terminal arrivals exit.

  Time:

  roughly 30-45 minutes to central Jeddah

  Typical cost:

  typically 70-120 SAR

• Bus

  Public Bus

  SAPPTCO and municipal buses connect the terminal to key urban transit hubs in Jeddah.

  Time:

  roughly 45-65 minutes

  Typical cost:

  typically 10-25 SAR

Passengers transferring between flights inside Terminal 1 follow transit signage without exiting through landside customs.

• Follow international-to-international or domestic connection signs immediately after disembarking.
• Pass through a security check for transit passengers before reaching the departures concourse.
• Inter-terminal transfers between Terminal 1 and North Terminal require landside transport; allow extra travel time.

Free Wi-Fi access is available throughout the main passenger areas of Terminal 1.

• Select the official airport network from your device Wi-Fi settings.
• Authenticate by entering your phone number to receive an SMS verification code.
• Local SIM cards are available for purchase in the arrivals hall if SMS delivery is unsuccessful on roaming lines.

Full banking, currency exchange counters, and automated teller machines (ATMs) are located in arrivals and departures.

• ATMs accept international Visa and Mastercard debit and credit cards.
• Currency exchange desks operate in the arrivals hall for major international currencies.
• Contactless card payments are widely accepted across transport, retail, and dining outlets.

A wide variety of dining options are available both before and after security in Terminal 1.

• Options include international fast-food chains, local Middle Eastern eateries, and coffee shops.
• Most food courts landside and airside operate continuously or align with scheduled flight operations.
• Dietary requirements including halal standards apply to all food facilities.

Multiple airline and independent pay-per-use lounges operate in Terminal 1.

• Premium airline lounges serve eligible business and first-class passengers.
• Independent lounges accept select lounge membership programs or walk-in payment.
• Facilities generally offer Wi-Fi, quiet seating, hot food buffets, and shower amenities.

An in-terminal transit hotel is located in Terminal 1, with numerous international hotels situated within a short drive of the airport perimeter.

• The Aerotel Transit Hotel is located inside the secure transit area of Terminal 1 for layover passengers.
• Landside airport hotels along the main highway offer shuttle services or short taxi rides.
• Ensure you hold a valid visa if booking a hotel located landside outside the transit zone.

Baggage collection carousels are clearly signposted after passport control in the arrivals hall.

• Monitor flight display screens in the reclaim hall to locate your assigned carousel.
• Baggage trolleys are provided near the carousels for passenger use.
• Report missing or damaged luggage immediately at the airline baggage service desk in the reclaim area.

Terminal 1 provides amenities tailored for passengers travelling with young children or infants.

• Baby care rooms for feeding and changing are available adjacent to major toilet blocks.
• Stroller-friendly ramps and spacious lifts connect all passenger levels.
• Priority lanes are available at security and passport control for families with small children.

• Integrated Train Station
• Currency Exchange & ATMs
• Luggage Storage
• Prayer Rooms
• Medical Clinic
• Duty Free Shopping
• Car Rental Desks
• Telecom Service Kiosks

Local emergency number: Dial 911 for national emergency services.

• For medical issues within the terminal, approach airport staff or visit the airport medical clinic.
• Report lost passports or security incidents to the police desk inside the terminal public hall.
• Contact your embassy or consulate in Jeddah if you require urgent diplomatic assistance.

• Check your passport validity and any visa, ETA or entry declaration required.
• Confirm your departure terminal on your boarding pass the day before.
• Activate a travel eSIM so you are online the moment you land.
• Download offline maps and screenshot your hotel address and booking reference.
• Tell your bank you are travelling and carry a backup payment card.
• Save the local emergency number and your embassy contact in your phone.
• Photograph your passport and store the copy somewhere you can reach offline.
• Check baggage allowance and any restricted items for your destination.

Airport operations change. Always confirm terminals, fares and timetables with the official sources below before you travel.

• King Abdulaziz International Airport (official)Official airport source
• Ministry of Interior - Saudi ArabiaGovernment source
• Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority (ZATCA)Government source
• Saudi Arabia Railways (SAR) - Haramain High Speed RailOfficial transit source
• Saudi Red Crescent AuthorityGovernment source
• Visit Saudi Official Tourism PortalGovernment source